Senior Press Officer

City Of New York • $115K — $130K *

New York, NY 10025In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

5 - 7 years of experience

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in media relations, communications or related field.
5-10 years experience in media relations or public affairs.
Strong writing skills with the ability to convey messages concisely.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Experience operating under tight deadlines in high-pressure situations.
Prior NYC media experience or public affairs communications experience is a plus.
Fluency in a second language is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement communications strategies for the City Council.
Manage portfolio communications for Council members and committees.
Interact with reporters to serve as a spokesperson for the Council.
Write and edit press releases, speeches, and other communication materials.
Oversee press events and communication projects.
Pitch stories to media outlets regarding the City Council.
Liaise with Council Members to become an expert on legislative processes.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
Retirement and deferred compensation plans available.
Paid time off and holidays offered.
Access to training resources and health reimbursement.
Participation in wellness programs encouraged.

Full Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Press Officer to join our Communications Division. The Senior Press Officer will work closely with the City Council Speaker, senior staff and the Communications Division.

SALARY RANGE:

$115,000 to $130,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the development and implementation of communications strategies that promote and support the City Council and Speaker.
Manage communications support for Council members and committees within a portfolio, collaborating with Members' offices and Central staff.
Interact with reporters covering City Hall, as well as those covering a range of other relevant issues to the Council, to serve as one of several spokespersons.
Write, review, and edit press releases, media advisories, briefing papers, speeches, talking points, Q&As and other communications materials.
Manage communications projects, including press events.
Pitch media coverage and stories on the City Council to reporters.
Serve as the main liaison with certain Council Members and Committees and develop expertise on the related subjects, policies and legislative processes.
Help create materials for and organize bi-monthly Stated meetings, including the pre-Stated press conferences.
Perform other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in media relations, communications, public affairs, or a related field demonstrating an increasing scope of work and responsibility.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Must be a strong writer, who can tell a story clearly and concisely.
Strong attention to detail and a clear ability to synthesize complex information for general audiences.
Prior experience simultaneously managing multiple projects and competing priorities in an effective way.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, often under short and shifting deadlines and in high-pressure situations.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours. Team members will be required to be on-call nights, early mornings, weekends, and on holidays, as necessary.
Prior New York City media experience and/or prior government, legislative, and/or public affairs communications experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to effectively work independently and with a team, and capable of interacting with a broad range of individuals.
Proficiency in the English language.
Written and verbal fluency in at least one non-English language highly desired but not required.
Creative thinker with a sense of humor and ability to be flexible.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward their resume, cover letter and a writing sample to:

E-MAIL: [email protected]

MAIL: New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (SPO)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX: 12124014711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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